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Obesity causes Hearing Loss

DS — Mon, 01 Jul 2013 15:35:21 +0000

Myth or Medical Miracle?

�հ��ܱ�!�� It is a real risk. A recent study in Laryngoscope, referenced in The New York Times, showed that there is a clear connection between obesity and hearing loss in adolescents. What doesn’t obesity cause? Obesity affects 18.5% of American teens and is responsible for $117 billion in medical care yearly in the US alone.

But with well-known connections between obesity and heart disease, diabetes and premature death, this connection to hearing loss is a new bothersome but less life-threatening concern. Researchers believe that inflammation in the hearing system is the cause for hearing loss. This inflammation is associated with obesity. They suggest that as time goes on, hearing loss may progress. Don’t lose hope though! They also believe that early weight loss can prevent the progression.

Dr. Yagoda, an otolarynologist, can evaluate you if you think you are experiencing hearing loss. She can help musicians and others protect their hearing as well. Come in for a consultation and fuel your body with knowledge to continue hearing life’s music!

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Should the “Eat at Your Own Risk of Addiction and Obesity” Attitude Still Prevail with Junk Food?

DS — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 15:26:40 +0000

Junk food is undoubtedly linked to childhood obesity, yet big corporations market to children who are least aware of and least able to control the components of a healthy diet. These children, are most susceptible to junk food addiction and its inherent medical risks.

Because we are in the midst of an increasing worldwide obesity health epidemic, and decreasing available funds for healthcare spending, some suggest that the government step in to regulate the junk food industry. Should major companies should be required to stop advertising to children and to place warning labels on junk food, similar to the regulations imposed in the tobacco industry? Or, should the “buyer beware/eat at your own risk” attitude still prevail? What do you think? We want to know!

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The Truth About Obesity Myths Exposed

DS — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 15:21:48 +0000

Ever wonder if having sex burns a lot of calories? How about if snacking during the day is good or bad? Is losing a lot of weight quickly, worse than losing a little slowly over the long term? After looking into the common about obesity, researchers were able to differentiate fact from fiction. Read this article to learn more; a few of these might surprise you…And keep in mind that when you eat may be more important than what you eat.

Dr. Yagoda recognizes that the lifestyle that you lead contributes significantly to maintaining a healthy and beautiful body and mind. As part of her overall health philosophy, she encourages her patients to take care of themselves physically, mentally and emotionally through dietary and lifestyle changes, natural, alternative and medical remedies, laser, injectables and surgery.

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Chocoholics Rejoice!

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 16:14:48 +0000

Chocoholics rejoice! A study in the New York Times showed that people who eat chocolate frequently (in moderation) have a lower BMI than those who do not eat chocolate as often.

There are also health benefits to chocolate including lowering blood pressure and cardiovascular risk, improving cholesterol levels, and regulating insulin levels.

Fair Trade dark chocolate for dessert anyone?

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